Jasper County Democrat, Volume 7, Number 26, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 1 October 1904 — Page 5

inary and has had a wide and long experience with diseases that afflict domestic animals. He has all the facilities for successfully handling all cases* placed in his care, and his uniform success as a veterinary has gained for him a reputation and a business of which he may justly feel proud. Dr. Kannal is prominent in local republican politics and is at present ohairman of the city central committee. He has served as alderman of his ward and is popular with all classes, owing to his upright and honorable method of doing business. His office is located in the I. O. O. F. building, opposite the court house. Where all calls are answered promptly. Office phone 154, residence phone 34. L. M. IMES. Millinery. One of the neatest and most popular places of business in Rensselaer*. where the ladies of taste secure their millinery, is the establishment of L. M. Imes. Here can be found the latest and most improved modes in hats, bonnets and millinery goods of all descriptions. Mrs. L. M. Imes is a practical milliner of experience, taste and judgement, and personally superintends and looks after every detail of her growing business, with the experienced eye of a successful business woman. She established this business eighteen years ago and had success constant since that time, due to her tine business qualifications, strict integrity and promptness in filling orders. She sell strictly firstclass goods at lowest prices and enjoys the trade of the best people in Rensselaer and Jasper county.

R. P. BENJAMIN. Pianos and Organs. While the subject of this article does not call for complimentary allusions, yet The Democrat feels that as a matter of local pride we can speak most freely of this successful business. Mr. R. P. Benjamin is one of Rensselaer’s energetic and popular business men and his large stock of Pianos and Organs are of a superior quality and sold at very low prices. A specialty is made of the Newman and Start- Pianos. Mr. Benjamin’s stock furnishes buyers of this locality with an unparalled opportunity to obtain an instrument of high grade. The instruments are made by the best known factories who guarantee every one to be just as represented.

•FRED PHILLIP*. Auctioneer. There is no professson that requires as close a study of human nature as that of the auctioneer.

Fred A. Phillips.

He must be quick in thought and action with an eye ever on the watch. He must know every man in a large territory and he must be able to judge at the proper time, whether to hang on or accept the bid and make a sale. He must know an animal throughly and just what it is actually worth, and be able to inspire his buyers with this knowledge. All these characteristics as well as being a “good mixer” are possessed by Mr. Fred Phillips of Rensselaer. Mr. Phillips is the leading auctioneer in this section of the state. He comes naturally by his talent in this line, for his father was a successful auctioneer here from 1847 till he retired a few years ago. Fred is “a chip off the old block,” and in the past 14 years has gained wide experience and fame. He is known in Kansas City, Chicago, Omaha, Indianapolis, St. Louis and the leading stock markets of the west where he has conducted mimerous sales of high-dlass stock. He has the faculity of getting the best price for stock sold and his services are ip great demand.

E. P. HONAN. Law, Loans, Collections, Real Estate and Insurance. Among all the names that find a place in the list of enterprising citizens who have confidence in the future prospects of Rensselaer and one who has helped to make the town what it is to-day—one of the best towns for its size in the State —The Democrat takes pleasure in giving special mention to Mr. E. P. Honan, the well known lawyer, loan and real estate agent. Mr. Honan is a self-made man and has worked hithself up to his present enviable position by energy, perseverance and ability. He first came to Rensselaer as a railroad man in 1879. He then engaged in business, after which he .was appointed postmaster under President Cleveland, a position he tilled for four years with honor to himself and to the entire satisfaction of the public. The last two years of his term he read law, and in 1899 graduated from the In-

diana Law School He is at present conducting one of the largest and most successful law, loan, collection, insurance, abstract and real estate businesses in Rensselaer, which has been built up by treating his clients and customers in a fair and square manner. Mr. Honan also has the honor of being State Chief Ranger and a member of the board of High Trustees of the Catholic order of Foresters. He is also a member of the Knights of Columbus. C. A. ROBERTS. Farm Implements, Buggies, Wagons, Etc. Nothing commends itself more thoroughly to the consideration of the average American citizen than enterprise, and The Democrat knows of no more worthy example of it than the above well known gentleman. Mr. Roberts established this business in 1882, and by push, energy and strict attention to business he has built up a trade of which he may justly feel proud. He carries a full line of Studebaker and other makes of wagons, carriages, McCormick mowers and binders, etc. Mr. Roberts is always hustling for trade, believing that the best of materials, low prices, honorable methods of business and courteous treatment are bound to succeed. He has confidence in the present and future prospects of Rensselaer as a business and trade center.'

J. C. FISHER. Proprietor of Fisher’s Feed Barn and Dealer in Bailed Hay, Oats and Chop Feed. Few towns in the State of Indiana can boast of as la?ge a feed and hitch barn as that conducted by Mr. J. C. Fisher of Rensselaer. This barn has an accommodation for 450 head of horses. It is 50x150 with an ell 50x150. Mr. Fisher has every facility for handling his large trade and he enjoys the confidence and respect of the cdmmunity for his enterprise and fair and square manner of treating customers. His charges are so reasonable that one can afford to place his team in charge of Mr. Fisher when visiting Rensselaer. The Democrat takes just pride in calling the attention of it readers to so worthy a citizen as is Mr. Fisher, in its

review of the promiuent business men of Jasper county. THE STATE BANK Of Rensselaer, Opened June 1, 1904. A sound monetary system is the basis of all commercial prosperity and also the foundation of stability in all other values. The change from private banks of the past to the present admirable State banking system has been the main factor in raising our country to general prosperity. The State Bank of Rensselaer is organized under the State banking laws and its depositors are safeguarded by the most stringent laws, The bank is examined every three months by the Auditor of State, and nothing is left undone to make all state banks thoroughly reliable. The officers and directors of this bank are John Eger, Pres.; Delos Thompson, Cashier; Lucius Strong, Granville Moody and Warren Robinson. These gentle-

St. Joseph’s College, Located One-Half Mile South of Rensselaer,

men are listed among the most substantial and enterprising citizens of Rensselaer, men whose connection with any enterprise is an assuracne of its reliability. This bank is starting under the most favorable circiimstances and its success in the future is an assured fact. The bank solicits the business of the community. It does a general banking business, discounting approved commercial paper, makes collections, issues drafts throughout the United States, Canada and Europe, pays interest on time deposits and transacts all legitimate banking business in a thoroughly satisfactory manner. The bank is fitted up and equipped with all the modern appliances against fire and theft, such as fire-proof vault, burglar-proof safe, time locks, etc. HEMPHILL BROTHERS. Blacksmiths. The blacksmith and repair shop conducted by Mr. F. Hemphill and his brother J. Hemphill, is a first-class establishment. The shop is equipped with all the necessary appliances for turning out good work. It is conveniently located opposite the Makeever House and The Democrat is pleased to give it prominent mention in its business review of Rensselaer. This firm does all kinds of blacksmithing. and being expert horse-shoers they have worked up a large trade of which they may justly feel proud. All work done by them is guaranteed. They use none but the best material and superintend all work turned out. They do all kinds of repair work, etc., at the lowest price. When in need of anything in their line you will consult your own interests by patronizing this firm.

W. J. WRIGHT. - « Undertaker. The proper disposition of the bodies of the dead has from time extending beyond the reach of record or tradition been considered a sacred duty, a testimony of love and respect for the departed, and in the preparation of the body and receptable for inclosing the remains the greatest care should be taken in selecting an undertaker of education and exBirience. In this respect The emocrat takes pleaoure in mentioning W. J. Wright, who is

known as one of the best and most experienced undertakers in this section of the state. Mr. Wright is a graduate of'the Chicago College and the Champion College of Embalming, and this education has been supplemented with years of experience. He carries a complete line of caskets and undertakers’ supplies and is prepared to take full charge of funerals. This business was established in Rensselaer by the grandfather of Mr. Wright, in 1847. It was then conducted by Mr. Wright’s father, and now, in the third generation, it has come under his charge. Each member of < the family in succession have held the important office of coroner, and in each generation the establishment has been the leading under- i taking concern in the city, doing i work tor the best people in city and country. Mr. Wright still keeps up the high ideal of the establishment and is to-day the leading undertaker in Rensselaer. | He has served one term as

coroner aud is again nominated | by the republicans to fill this responsible position. CHRISTIE H, VICK. Constable, Newsdealer and Fruit j Dealer. The subject of this sketch is the popular constable. He was elected to this office in 1898 on the republican ticket and again re-elected 1902 by an increased majority. He has made a reputation for detecting and capturing criminals that extends far beyond the local, bounds, and is the best man we; have ever had to fill the office of j constable. Mr. Vick also con- j ducts a successful candy, fruit and i cigar business aud handles all the | leading magazines and daily papers. He is one of Rensselaer's enterprising and successful busi-, ness men and has built up a large trade by the genial manner in' which he treats all customers.' He established this business Nov.. 25, lf>9B, and The Democrat is pleased to note his success. CONRAD KELLNER. Buffet.” I I Too well-known and popular is the resort conducted by Mr. Conrad Kelluer, with the people of Rensselaer that it would seem superfluous to give it extended notice in this issue of our paper. Ho handles nothing but the best wines, liquors and cigars which j are served in up-to-date style. Mr. Kellner was born in Will ] county, Illinois,- and came to i Remington in 1890 with nothing i in his possession but a blue pair j of overalls. He secured employ- i ment at A. McCoy’s. His next j employment was at Mr. G. A. Strickfaden’s where he served as bartender for nine years. Here he gained popularity and made many friends by his manly actions which was a great aid to him when he started in business for himself. Mr. Kellner has built up a fine business by running a strictly orderly and respectable resort and as a consequence he has prospered. He owns a beautiful home surrounded by a fine orchard on East Cedar and Scott streets. He also owns a farm in North Dakota that he has recently purchased. Mr. Kellner is a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters and has the ‘ confidence and esteem of all who know him.

P. W. CLARK. Jeweler. The wearing of jewelry dates back as far as history itself, and the fashion was probably in vogue long before the past was recorded by any human pen, Mr. Clark, the gentleman of whom we now write, carries a fine and well assorted stock of jewelry, novelties, plated ware, etc., which for price and quality can not be duplicated in the county. During the 12 years he has been located here in the jewelry business he has proven himself to be capable in all details of his business, and The Democrat is pleased to note his success. B. S. FENDIG. Butter, Eggs,Poultry, Pelts, Wool, Feathers, Game apd Junk. Few men have done more to advance the material wellfare of Rensselaer and Jasper county

than has Mr. B. S. Fendig, who for many years has oeen the means of distributing vast sums of cash among the farmers and others of this section of the state, and The Democrat takes pleasure in giving him special mention iu its business review of Jasper county. Mr. Fendig is one of the most extensive dealers in butter, eggs, poultry, pelts, wool, rubber, fur, feathers, game and junk iu this section of Indiana. In addition to his business here he also conducts a branch house at Kankakee, 111. In the fall and winter season from 25 to 30 hands are employed to handle his large and ever increasing business. G. A. STRICKFADEN. Saloon. A resort which has caught the popular fancy and which has become a prime favorite with the people of Rensselaer is that conducted by Mr. G. A. Strickfadeu. The furnishings and of this place are up-to-date in every respect, while Mr. Strickfaden is a connosseur of fine wet goods and has stocked his bar with the choicest of imported and domestic liquors and cigars, Nothing is too good for his friends and patrons and nothing but the best is dispensed over his bar. Mr. Strickfaden is a genial, jolly host and has hundreds of friends throughout Jasper county. He has the honor of being Chief High Ranger and Chairman of the Board of High Trustees of the Catholic Order of Foresters.

Wheatfield, DeMotte, Dunnville, Kersey. Yirgie, Xewland, Stoutsberg, Fair Oaks. Parr, Surrey, Pleasant Ridge, McCoysburg, Aix, Kniman, Asphaltum, Gifford, Laura, Pleasant Grove are postoffices and bid fair to become much more important places in the county. Wheatfield. in the north jiart of the county, is the only incorporated town in the above list, and it boasts of a pcqjulation of four or five hundred people and all branches of business are represented there. Parr. Fair OaUs, Kniman, DeMotte, Dunnville, Asphaltum and McCoysburg are im£>ortant little towns and each enjoy a good business trade, and are growing. We have not the time nor space to give each one of these places the special write-up they deserve, but may do so at some future time.

COURT HOUSE NEWS.

Items of Interest (lathered In the Offices of the County Capitol. Commissioners’ court will convene Monday. —o — Marriage licenses issued: Sept. 23, Garland Grant to Jessie G. Makeever. —o — Another indictment retnrned by the grand jury was that against Mrs. Mattie Morlan, of Rensselaer, charged with keeping house of iil fame. The endorsement on the warrant in this case shows that it came to hand Sept. 23, and the arrest was not made until Sept. 2ti. In default of bond ($100), defendant was ordered committed to jail, but later Sheriff Hardy accepted a bond signed by A. G. Hardy, C. C. Warner and Abraham Halleck, and defendant was not taken to jail. The case is set for trial next Monday at 1 p. m. —o— THE CIRCUIT COURT. State vs Frank Wallace, charged with rape; case set for fourth Wednesday at 9 a. m. In the criminal cases against Alfred McCoy, charging embezzlement, bond was fixed at S3OO in each of the twenty cases and defendant furnished cash bond, amounting all told to sfi,ooo. Mary E. E. Deveraux Conrad Kellner et al; action for damages for injuries to plaintiff’s husband some two years ago while under influence of liquor alleged to have been sold him by defendant; dismissed by plaintiff. In the case of the state vs. Blain and Melvin Wood et al., the “riot” case tried in ’Squire Troxell’s court recently and from which defendants appealed to the circuit court after having been found guilty and fined, the jury brought in a verdict of not guilty. The road case of Wm. P. Baker vs. Gowland was tried Saturday and resulted in a verdict for the road, the jury holding that Mr. Baker was as much benefitted as damaged by the opening of the proposed highway. The justice of the verdict is questioned by many familiar with the facts. M. O. Gant vs Olive M. Spriggs, action to recover possession of insurance policies on the life of the late L.S. Gant; jury trial and verdict for defendant. M. O. Gant is named as beneficiary in the policies, and it is not likely that the insurance companies will pay to anyone else, although there may be further litigation over the matter. Motion for a new trial will be made in this case, we learn. All of the 22 cases against A. McCoy and T. J. McCoy were taken out of the county on change of venue asked for by defendants, 11 being sent to White county and 11 to the Lake Superior court at Hammond. Only two indictments were returned against Walter White, the cashier of the McCoy bank, and they will be tried here, by a special judge, the regular judge being disqualified by reason of having been a depositor in the defunct bank.

BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS. Sept. 25, to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Woosley, south of town, a son. Sept. 26, to Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Wasson, northeast of town, a daughter. Sept. 23, to Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Redgate, north of town, a son. Sept. 28, to Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Sayler. in town, a son. Sept. 29, to Mr. aud Mrs. S. A. Norman of Parr, a daughter. What Is Life? In the last: analysis nobody knows, but we do know that it is under strict law'. Abuse that law even slightly, pain results. Irregular living means derangement of the organs, resulting in Constipation. Headache or Liver .trouble. Dr. King's New' Life Pills quickly readjusts this. It's gentle, yet thorough. Only 25c at A. F, Long's Drug Store. BOOK COVERS. All pupils of the public schools can obtain book covers free at the following places: Long’s Drug Store, Chicago Bargain Store, Williams’ Furniture Store, Geo. E. Murray’s, Dean’s Real Estate Office, Worner Bros. Store. Myers’ Real Estate office, McKay’s Laundry, State Bank of Rensselaer, Mrs.- Imes’ Millinery Store,Hunt’s Law Office, Rhoades’ Hardware, Benjamin’s Music Store.

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